Ep 17. Spring Has Sprung
- TV-G
- April 16, 2011
- 21 min
In the "Spring Has Sprung" episode of Giada At Home season 3, host Giada De Laurentiis celebrates the arrival of spring with a menu inspired by fresh produce and bright colors.
Giada starts off with a refreshing cocktail made with fresh strawberries, lime juice, and sparkling wine. She then demonstrates how to make a bright and flavorful spring pea puree, which can be used as a dip or spread for crostini.
Next up, Giada shows viewers how to make a simple and delicious pasta dish with asparagus, goat cheese, and lemon zest. This dish is light and flavorful, perfect for a springtime meal.
For the main course, Giada makes a colorful and veggie-packed spring minestrone soup. She uses a variety of seasonal vegetables, including artichokes, carrots, and fennel, and serves it with a dollop of pesto and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Finally, Giada ends the meal with a sweet and tangy rhubarb and strawberry crisp, topped with a crunchy almond-oat topping. This dessert is the perfect way to showcase the flavors of spring, and can be enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Throughout the episode, Giada shares tips and tricks for cooking with fresh spring produce, and encourages viewers to get creative with their own seasonal recipes. The "Spring Has Sprung" episode of Giada At Home is a celebration of all the flavors and colors of springtime, and is sure to inspire viewers to get into the kitchen and start cooking.